Battle Machines

Accompanied by both historic and contemporary photographs, this resource is a fascinating exploration of the historical background, people, and events that shaped the development of technologies for use in war and defense. Packed with facts and statistics on the history of combat through the ages, this guide offers a fantastic look into the technological advancements in battle, machinery, weapons, and vehicles. This reference includes a look at the development of combat on land, sea, and air, as well as the machines of World Wars I and II and the Cold War. Information on inspirational leaders of the past is also included.